Forklifts

Industrial Surplus World are used heavy equipment buyers. We buy heavy equipment from all states: Texas, California, Florida, Minnesota, Indiana, and more. We also buy heavy equipment from Canada and Mexico. If you have heavy equipment for sale, then let us make you an offer. We are fast, and we can pay in cash! We are always in need of heavy equipment. Put our number in your phone. If you have heavy equipment for sale, then call us. We provide the best in customer service!

We can evaluate your equipment with only the model number, serial number, description and pictures. We will email you a confirmed offer. If the offer is accepted, we will send a cashiers check or offer a bank-to-bank wire transfer. As soon as payment has been received, we will send a truck to pick up the purchased equipment. We keep the process very easy for you when you chose Industrial Surplus World.

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1. Take some photos, about 4 – 8 images, of the forklift. The photos should be of the front, back, right and left side. You should also include photos of controls and seating area. Include as many photos as needed to accurately portray the condition of the forklift.

2. Document the specifications of the forklift. Include the following information: manufacturer, model, fuel type, engine displacement, gasoline or diesel, year (produced).

3. Identify if the forklift is operational or not in service. If the forklift is not in service, list when it was last in service and what is believe to the issue(s) with the forklift.

I’m not an expert with forklifts, so I did some research and listed some references to get more information about operating a forklift. You will find there are more things to consider than you may have thought, like the load weight, OSHA requirements, having a license, or knowing an inexperienced forklift operator can be dangerous.

Forklifts look simple. They scoot around and slide from station to station at a modest pace of 5 – 10 miles an hour. They look harmless. The back wheels turn and the tail of the machine swings out. It reminds you of a bumper car at an amusement park. But it is not! A loaded forklift can be very dangerous to its driver and to anyone that gets in its path if safety is not taken into account.

Below are a list of some basic considerations when operating a forklift:

Make sure the forklift is in good condition. There are no leaks, and all of the controls are functioning properly.

Inspect the forklift with a quick “walk-around”. Ensure there are no cracks in the steel or bends in the length of the fork. Fork damage can be very hazardous.

Check for any loose bolts or warning lifts, and all of the fluids are at their specified levels.

Check the roll cage. The roll cage cage is there to protect you should the forklift fall over.

Always wear a seat belt. You do not want the forklift to rollover and you find yourself underneath it.

Be aware of the lift capacity and never lift more weight than maximum lift weight.

Never drive forward with your forks raised

Before driving the forklift, become familiar with all of the controls.

While driving the forklift, always maintain a clear line of sight. Never carry a package that blocks your view or line of sight.

Only certified forklift operators should operate a forklift

Know how the brake system works. Is it soft or hard? Does it come to quick halt or is it a progressive stop? A quick halt can cause your package to become unstable.

Check if the horn works. You can not blow your horn too much while operating a forklift. When in doubt, blow your horn.

Drive with even more caution while carrying a load or while pedestrians are near. Move slower, and keep your eyes alert.

Never allow anyone to walk underneath raised forks, especially if it has a load.

Remember the tail of the truck swings out during a turn. Be aware of pedestrians and equipment that may be in your way

Never driver over anything and believe that it will okay. It will not!

The innovative business model of Forklift Buyers allows us to offer more attractive prices for your used or non-operational forklifts. We provide honest evaluations of your equipment and purchase a wide range of forklifts in all conditions of repair. We buy forklifts from all major manufacturers. Forklift Buyers also buys hand pallets, lift trucks, cranes, and order pickers at competitive prices.Why should you sell your forklift to us? Simply stated, “we offer the best prices in the industry and the most convenient service anywhere”. Contact us today to discover how we can make disposing of your forklifts, order pickers, lift trucks, and hand pallets easy and profitable for your business.